WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025 |
Silver Lake State Park is inviting equestrians to enjoy the off season on the Silver Lake Sand Dunes by taking a shoreline ride over the dunes and along Lake Michigan. (Photos courtesy of Pure Michigan) |
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We still have a few more weeks of summer to enjoy before the back to school season reaches its peak. For those looking to soak up days at the beach long after the first day of school, consider adding a horseback activity to the itinerary. Silver Lake State Park is inviting visitors to enjoy its off season at Silver Lake Sand Dunes with shoreline horseback riding. Riders can make reservations as early as Sept. 1. Beach days in Ludington just got a bit more fun with the addition of two new games. Friends of Ludington Police announced that 9-Square in the Air and Gaga Ball are now available at Stearns Park. Balls for both games are available to borrow from the Ludington Area Jaycee’s Mini Golf Course from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. |
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Erasers, pencils and other supplies are shown askew on a table at a back-to-school block party in Steelton. (MLife file) |
Back-to-school shopping 2025: Michigan families face rising costs |
School supply costs: It's almost back-to-school season and parents are facing rising costs on school supplies. According to a July report from Intuit Credit Karma, more than one-third of adults surveyed with at least one child attending a K-12 school this fall said they couldn’t afford back-to-school shopping this year. About 44% of them planned to take on debt, up from 34% in 2024, while 54% expected to sacrifice other household necessities. Teacher pay: Grand Rapids Public Schools announced a wage proposal on Monday that district leaders said would result in an average 4.5% raise for teachers. But the Grand Rapids Education Association—the union for teachers and other staff—is questioning the accuracy of the numbersreleased Aug. 11, a week before the start of the 2025-26 school year. Related: A Christian school near Ann Arbor was on the verge of closure. Now enrollment has tripled. |
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Conservation scientist Ashley Cole-Wick conducts surveys of the federally endangered Karner blue butterflies as they return to areas from which they'd disappeared at Muskegon State Game Area in Twin Lake on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Cole-Wick is helping the Michigan Department of Natural Resources with ongoing habitat restoration in parts of the forest for native butterfly species. (Isaac Ritchey | MLive.com) |
Fish stocking by the numbers: 19M fish added to Michigan fisheries |
Looking at the numbers: Michigan’s spring and summer fish stocking efforts have delivered nearly 19 million fish to 716 sites across the state – promising stellar fall opportunities for anglers. Fish stocking is part of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ fisheries management, helping to provide quality fishing across the state. Take a look at Michigan’s spring and summer fish stocking by the numbers here. Wildlife officials say the extremely rare Karner blue butterfly is making an important comeback in Michigan. Scientists found several of the federally endangered insects this summer in a habitat restoration plot near the Muskegon River. The return of this colorful butterfly, with its silver and blue to violet-colored wings, tells conservation officials that their oak-pine savanna habitat restoration efforts are working. Pulling the plug: The Trump administration is canceling a $156 million grant that was awarded last year to fund rooftop solar energy panels at low-to-middle income homes, businesses and government buildings in Michigan. |
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The Farmers' Almanac's 2025-26 Winter Outlook calls for "chill, snow, repeat" across the country. (Farmers' Almanac) |
Winter will be a ‘wild ride,’ Farmers’ Almanac predicts |
Old man winter: This winter will be a “wild ride” of cold and snow, according to the Farmers’ Almanac forecast. Across the country, the almanac predicts a pattern of “chill, snow, repeat” with dramatic temperature swings. Meanwhile, the Great Lakes region—including Michigan—and other areas of the Midwest “are set for a classic winter wonderland.” The weather is expected to be very cold and snowy. While winter officially begins with the solstice on Dec. 21, snow could arrive as early as September in some areas of the country. Nationwide, the coldest times are expected in mid-January and mid-February. Flood recovery: Several areas in Wisconsin continue to recover from the weekend’s historic heavy rainfall and flash flooding that filled streets and homes with water, knocked out power and left people stranded. |
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Michigan Wolverines quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) catches a snap during Michigan football’s Spring Game at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, April 19 2025. (Chloe Miller | MLive.com) |
There’s a clear frontrunner for Michigan QB midway through training camp |
Michigan QB battle: Freshman Bryce Underwood has emerged as the clear frontrunner for Michigan's starting quarterback position midway through training camp. The 17-year-old five-star recruit has impressed coaches with his maturity and teammates with his dual-threat abilities, while transfer Mikey Keene has been limited by injury. Aaron McMann reports that with the season opener just 18 days away, Michigan appears ready to hand the reins to Underwood, whose December flip from LSU turned heads nationally. Tigers playoff push: With a 97.6% chance of making the postseason and leading the AL Central at 69-51, the Tigers are eyeing October baseball as MLB announces the 2025 playoff schedule. Wild Card games begin September 30, with the World Series starting October 24 and potentially running through November 1, reports Jacob Richman. Michigan Stadium Menu Upgrades: Michigan Stadium is keeping its alcohol prices the same for the 2025 football season while adding an array of new food options. Andrew Kahn reports that fans can look forward to Nashville hot tenders, truffle parmesan fries, and creative offerings like Chicken & Waffle Bowls rimmed with blueberry dust. Beer will remain $12.25-$13.50 and canned cocktails $16.25, with expanded beverage options promised for the upcoming season. |
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A man is accused of skipping the Mackinac Bridge toll booth and leading police on a 110 mph chase around 2 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025. (Joel Bissell | MLive.com) |
U.P. man leads police on 110 mph chase after skipping $4 Mackinac Bridge toll |
A man from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is facing charges after skipping the toll at the Mackinac Bridge and leading police on a high-speed chase, WPBN/WGTU reports. The 21-year-old from Laurium, Houghton County, is expected to be charged with third-degree fleeing and eluding, reckless driving, malicious destruction of property (police vehicle), failure to pay a toll, and speeding, the report said. Working with ICE: The Metro Police Authority of Genesee County has signed a cooperation agreement with ICE, just the sixth police department in Michigan with a deal to aid in deportation efforts. Metro Police Chief Matt Bade said the agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement will enable local police to detain individuals and contact ICE until the Department of Homeland Security can assume custody. In custody: A man is in custody after an hours-long standoff with policeduring which he barricading himself inside a home with four children, police said. The children eventually escaped to safety, Bath Township Police Chief Matthew Mardigian said in a news release. No injuries were reported. |
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